How to Change A Headlight

How to Safely Replace a Headlight at Home

Driving at night without adequately functioning headlights can be incredibly hazardous and lead to a traffic stop if you are not diligent. While the most common solution would be to take your vehicle to a mechanic’s shop and have them perform the replacement, there is a way to do it at home! Follow the steps below to learn how to replace your headlight bulbs right in your driveway or garage!

 

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Post-Winter Car Cleaning Tips

Post-Winter Car Cleaning Tips to Start Spring Right

If you use your vehicle frequently throughout the winter, then you have most likely noticed the effect that melting snow and salt have had on your car’s interior. Filthy floor mats are a useful indicator that it is time to perform an in-depth cleaning of your car’s interior. Whether you want to get ready for date night, give your significant other a stunningly spotless car as a gift, or just make sure your daily commute is a bit cleaner, follow these car cleaning tips to get your vehicle looking pristine…

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The Dog Temperature Range to Ensure Your Furry Friend is Safe

The Dog Temperature Range to Ensure Your Pet is Safe

We have all heard stories of pets and children needing to be rescued from a locked vehicle in the summer. What many don’t realize is that in just 30 minutes time, a car in 70-degree weather can skyrocket to over 100 degrees, resulting in heat stroke in dogs. Cold temperatures are just as dangerous, as a car without a heater can turn into a refrigerator. In order to make sure your pup is comfortable and in a safe environment, remember to follow these rules.

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Things to Know When Buying a Used Car

What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

The used car market is massive, much larger than the new vehicle market, and each year billions of dollars are spent purchasing pre-owned vehicles. Prospective buyers must find a dealer or private seller, choose from a nearly endless bounty of models and trims, and then compare the condition and vehicle history. With so much information and decision-making involved, it can be an overwhelming experience for first-time buyers.

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How to Drive Safely in Chicago Winter Conditions

Winter in northern Illinois is no joke, as lake effect snow can hit the city at any point, dumping tons of the fluffy white stuff on Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. While many native Illinois residents are accustomed to winter driving conditions, transplants and newer drivers can be nervous about the prospect of driving in bad weather, on slippery roads.
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How to Prepare a Winter Car Emergency Kit

When disaster strikes, you want to be in the best position possible in order to make it home safely. In the winter months, one of the most common, yet hazardous scenarios that can occur is a breakdown on the highway. While winter tires and regular maintenance of your vehicle can help prevent such incidents, it is always wise to carry an emergency car breakdown kit.

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Tips on How to Drive Safe in Winter

With winter upon us and winter weather conditions around the corner, driving on roads covered in snow and ice is imminent. The team at Hawk Subaru is here to help provide some helpful tips on how to drive safely once the temperature drops and road conditions worsen properly.
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How to Ease Your Dog’s Car Sickness

Nothing is more enjoyable while on a road trip than seeing a smiling dog sticking its face out the window to greet other drivers. However, many dogs have motion sickness which is displayed by whining, drooling, and in the most severe cases, nausea. The good news is that there are some methods you can use in order to reduce the anxiety and sickness your dog may have.
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The 2023 Subaru Outback Premium Features

The 2023 Subaru Outback Premium Features

While many now the name of the Subaru Outback, the exact outback trims are not as widely known. The Premium is the first trim besides the base model, and it comes with a suite of features and optional elements that justify its slightly larger price tag. Whenever you are looking for a Subaru Outback for sale, take some time to consider and familiarize yourself with the Premium as well.

 

 

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